Concussion Clinic

A variety of injuries can cause a mild to moderate concussion: accident, sports contact or a fall. Different symptoms can occur following the injury. Most improve over a short period of time, but other may persist for weeks to months.

The most common symptoms following a mild to moderate concussion are:

Dizziness

Feeling depressed

Fatigue

Headaches

Forgetfulness

Sleep disturbance

Poor concentration

Irritability and frustration

Noise sensitivity

Decreased alcohol tolerance

Blurred or double vision

Anxiety

Light sensitivity

Nausea and/or vomiting

If symptoms persist or become worse, or significantly interfere with daily activities, therapy may be helpful. Patients may refer themselves or their physicians may refer them to the Concussion Clinic.

For a referral to a Washington University neurologist or neurosurgeon at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, call
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